Massive snowfall in the East, a snow drought in the West and the tensions keeping many Canadians away are all making for an unusual US ski season.

This year’s ski season in the American West has been pretty bleak. Many of the reliable powder stashes of Utah, Colorado and California have struggled with record-low snowfalls, and the limited amount of terrain resorts have managed to keep open is covered in

January was a very snowy and cold month for West Michigan, even compared to average. Lake-effect snow has also been very impressive this winter, thanks to a warmer-than-usual Lake Michigan and

Average to above average temperatures are expected after the cold weather blast.

Ohio has seen several waves of winter weather, from fast-moving clipper systems to Arctic air intrusions that have brought bitter cold and snow.

A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect as snow levels drop to accommodate local mountains.

While lower elevations remain bare, over two-thirds of trails are open—especially for intermediate skiers willing to climb higher.